Culantro Ann Arbor - Ann Arbor (MI)

5 /5 Eric Basner: Everything about our visit was perfect. The service was amazing from start to finish—friendly, attentive, and genuinely welcoming. The playlist set a great vibe, and the food came out very quickly. We ordered the Pollo a la Parmesana, the Pollo a la Brasa, and the Maduros, and every single dish was packed with unbelievable flavor. The side of Frijoles Negros was stewed to perfection—authentic, rich, and seasoned with the perfect amount of spice. Culantro nails it on every level: quality, authenticity, speed, and overall experience. Highly recommend!

5 /5 Grace Su Ming: Delicious food. Fast take out. Kind staff. Food was perfectly seasoned. Chicken was tender and buttery. Rice was flavorful and cooked to perfection. This place is a must try! Vegan and gluten free options.

5 /5 Eric Chapman: Culantro is the kind of spot that doesn’t need flash. The food does all the work. I ordered the Aji de Gallina, and it was rich, smooth, and full of flavor without feeling heavy. My wife had the Arroz con Mariscos and loved it. Every bite tasted fresh and balanced. I also tried Chicha Morada for the first time, and it blew me away. It’s sweet, a little spiced, and reminds me of a fruit horchata. Easily the best drink I’ve ever had. The gentleman behind the counter was kind and patient. He explained the menu, answered questions, and made us feel completely welcome. The place itself is simple, but the food more than makes up for it. Culantro feels honest, warm, and worth coming back to.

5 /5 Darrick Henry: My first experience with Peruvian food. I was not disappointed. The food is very flavorful. You should definitely try one of their drinks with whatever you choose. They are very uniquely flavorful in a good way.

5 /5 Vazir Fatehi: Alovely addition to the A2 food scene. While the food was fresh and well-executed, I wished for more heat across the board to match Peru’s fiery reputation. We had the following: 1. Patacones Picantes - crispy plantain slices, with salsa (couldve been Takt spicy salsa) as a starter. 2. Arroz con Mariscos - which is seafood and rice - like Spanish paella with Peruvian twist. 3. Aji De Gallina, a creamy chicken with rice, was comforting, with a subtle kick from aji amarillo peppers, but not hot to the tongue. 4. Pan Con Pollo, a hearty chicken sandwich, was flavorful but could’ve used a bolder kick, and 5. Vegan dish- Lomo Saltado —tender vegetables and soy-based protein in a savory stir-fry. Id also recommend trying the Inca Kola - its like Sprite, but washed the food down well, special if ordering meat heavy. All in all, a fun time and great service, but I need and want a lot more capsaicin!